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    Snapped platform

    I was showing my cousin a couple of mobile hunting options he could adopt for an upcoming out of state hunt when my platform snapped! Luckily my mantis did its job and I walked away without a scratch. I might need to take a closer look at the predator.
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    Dual purpose linemans belt and tether

    I'm considering shedding my dedicated tether and using my linemans belt for both applications. I know there has got to be a reason why the saddle hunting community uses a dedicated line for each but what is the reason? I know there could be a few seconds when you're switching between the two...
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    Lets talk hip boots!

    Most of my spots require hip boots to either cross a stream or use a creek for access. Last year I packed boots on most hunts so once I'm across or through the water, I swap out the hippers for boots. I've been using some super cheap hippers from dunham's with zero support or installation. I...
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    Helium mods...why not Muddy?

    I love all the videos/pics of the mods guys are doing to their hawk helium sticks, but it looks like most of the mods being done result in a muddy "look a like" stick. I am really considering getting rid of my lone wolf sticks because I would much rather have two steps at each level instead of...
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    Anyone have a game cart to recommend?

    My Spring scouting has lead me to a piece of public land that requires a 2 mile walk from the nearest parking. The area is 90% hardwoods and 10% riverbottoms/marsh. I will be hunting mostly the transition between the two, but as the season goes on, I'm sure I'll move into the thick n nasty...
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    XOP Platforms and Stick Talons?

    Has anyone found a good configuration for attaching stick talons to an XOP platform? I mounted 4 talons on the bottom of the platform but I worry the batwings will dig into my back while climbing the tree. If I mount them on the top, the talons take up valuable real estate and could be a...
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    Hello from west MI!

    Hello All! I saw this site mentioned a few times on the hunting beast so I had to check it out. Glad I did too! You guys are a wealth of information! Since becoming a member I've purchased a set of Jim Stepps, an XOP bracket from ErniePowers (Thanks!), an XOP seat and batwings, ropeman1...
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